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Head-to-head

radio.net vs myTuner Radio

radio.net 4.7★ · Free to download 40
Winner myTuner Radio
myTuner Radio 4.8★ · Free + IAP 65

myTuner Radio offers a more stable and less ad-intrusive experience for paying users, while radio.net struggles with persistent ad issues even for subscribers and significant technical problems.

Full reviews: radio.net · myTuner Radio

myTuner Radio generally provides a better user experience, especially for those who opt for the paid version to remove ads, which it largely succeeds at. radio.net, despite being free, is plagued by excessive and often unskippable ads, battery drain, and connectivity issues, making it a frustrating experience for many users.

Head to head

Features & Station Selection tieR3R14R16R17
radio.net radio.net offers a wide selection of stations, including international options, and is appreciated for language learning and finding specific niche stations R3R14R17. However, some users report missing specific stations or games R16.
myTuner Radio myTuner Radio also provides a good diversity of worldwide channels and music selection . Users appreciate the variety and the ability to find specific shows . Some users note that it works on older iOS versions .
Ease of Use & Interface tieR3R9R17R27
radio.net radio.net is generally described as easy to use R3R17. However, recent updates have introduced issues like the Apple TV app not working R9, CarPlay problems R31, and an inability to change alarm wake-up times . Some users also wish for artist ID and track names R27.
myTuner Radio myTuner Radio is praised for its simplicity and ease of use . However, recent updates have caused significant usability issues, including a broken search feature for voice-over users , mandatory dark mode making text unreadable , and disruptive pop-ups asking to add stations to favorites .
Reliability & Performance edge: myTuner RadioR3R7R8R13
radio.net radio.net suffers from frequent issues such as constant freezing/pausing R7, stations dropping out , music not playing R13, and unstable international connections . Users also report significant battery drain R3 and phone overheating R8.
myTuner Radio myTuner Radio generally offers good reception and sound quality . However, some users experience stations stopping , news stations not working , and the app closing on launch . The Apple Watch app is also reported to be non-functional for some subscribers R69.
Price & Value (Ads/Premium Experience) edge: myTuner RadioR1R4R6R19
radio.net radio.net is free to download but is heavily criticized for an overwhelming number of intrusive, full-screen pop-up ads that are often unskippable or have non-functional close buttons R1R4R6. Paying for a subscription to remove ads is reported to be ineffective, with users still experiencing numerous commercials R19R37R43R46. Ads also consume significant mobile data and affect Sonos system usage .
myTuner Radio myTuner Radio is also free with IAP, and its free version is widely criticized for excessive, intrusive ads that often block the UI, cannot be skipped, or redirect to the App Store R63. However, paying to remove ads is generally considered worth it and effective , though some users report issues with subscription options or unexpected charges .
Pick radio.net if

You are looking for a completely free radio app and are willing to tolerate frequent, intrusive ads, potential battery drain, and occasional performance issues R3R4R17.

Pick myTuner Radio if

You are willing to pay for a premium experience to remove ads and want a generally reliable app with a wide selection of international stations .

Evidence note: Both apps have a significant number of recent negative reviews, primarily concerning intrusive ads in their free versions. For radio.net, the issue extends to paid subscriptions not effectively removing ads, which is a critical flaw. myTuner Radio's paid option seems to resolve the ad problem for most users, making it a better value despite its own recent UI and functionality issues.

Frequently asked

Do these apps remove ads if I pay for a subscription?
myTuner Radio's paid subscription is generally effective at removing ads, providing a much better experience for those who pay . In contrast, radio.net users frequently report that even after paying for a subscription, they still encounter numerous commercials, making the paid service ineffective for ad removal R19R37R43R46.
Which app has better performance and reliability?
myTuner Radio generally offers good reception and sound quality, though some users report stations stopping or app crashes . radio.net, however, is frequently criticized for constant freezing, stations dropping out, music not playing, significant battery drain, and phone overheating R3R7R8R13.
Are there issues with ads blocking the app interface?
Both apps have significant issues with ads blocking the user interface in their free versions. radio.net users report full-screen pop-up ads with non-functional close buttons that require force-closing the app R1R4. myTuner Radio also has pop-up ads that block UI access and cannot be closed, often redirecting to the App Store R63R73.
Do these apps work with other devices like Apple Watch or Apple TV?
radio.net users report that the Apple TV app is no longer working R9 and the CarPlay app has issues R31, while some would like to see an Apple Watch feature R47. myTuner Radio users have reported that the app on their Apple Watch stopped working for several months R69, though others mention it works in the car and on Apple Watch .

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R3] radio.net 3/5 · US Good app but “Eats” battery: Good application and has a wide selection of stations. Easy to use and good quality. HOWEVER, drains phone battery fast. I use iPhone 17 Ma Pro. In five hours the app had used 39% of the battery. Looking back and similar usage each day. Approx 4 to 5% per hour used. Developers please correct!! If this is corrected would be 5/5 rating.
  2. [R14] radio.net 5/5 · US Language learning tool.: I love using radio.net as a language learning tool. My favorite French station is Ici Paris - pour musique et bonne humeur. After having spent several Summers in Graz, Austria, I enjoy radio Steiermark for keeping up my under standing of the dialecte and enjoying Austrian folk music.
  3. [R16] radio.net 1/5 · US Invisibility: Not all games broadcasted
  4. [R17] radio.net 5/5 · US Awesome app for radio: Easy to use app has most stations has allowed me to listen to great stations from around the world.
  5. [R9] radio.net 3/5 · US Apple TV app is not working anymore: Apple TV app is not working anymore. Please fix it.
  6. [R27] radio.net 3/5 · GB No track names on app: Can’t see track names on the app but can see them on website
  7. [R7] radio.net 1/5 · US Straight trash: Constantly freezes/pauses and then gives you a pop-up letting you know your phones been infected with a virus. Shady AF business
  8. [R8] radio.net 4/5 · US Latest update: Now the phone is after 2 mins of listening any station overheating.
  9. [R13] radio.net 1/5 · US Garbage: The music doesn't play when you press the play button, it's completely silent, and some kind of white notification pops up periodically. In general, garbage
  10. [R1] radio.net 2/5 · US Pop up ad nuisance: Allows pop up ads on iPhone that can’t be closed.
  11. [R4] radio.net 1/5 · US Holy ad cancer Batman: Immediately upon first launch I was met with a full screen popup ad with non functional close button. Had to close the app completely to close the ad. Tried a few more times and it was about 50/50 ads vs functional app, then the app asked for a review. So, here I am leaving a one star review.
  12. [R6] radio.net 3/5 · US Ads are actually in the way: Just installed this app and am trying to figure it out, but every tap is accompanied by yet another full screen ad. Did find one station and it’s playing well so splitting the stars at 3.
  13. [R19] radio.net 1/5 · US Too many commercials: It is a paid service but we still have to endure way too many commercials. What’s the point!
  14. [R37] radio.net 1/5 · US Upgrade doesn’t work: I have paid to get “commercial-free”. Still am getting commercials
  15. [R43] radio.net 1/5 · US Liars: Liars! I paid for the subscription, and there were 2 minutes and 30 seconds of local commercials, and I couldn't even listen to the station properly. The station plays for 1 minute and 30 seconds, then they cut it off and play local ads. Maybe you don't play your own ads, but you certainly play local ones. You even show more ads than the apps that don't charge anything! How frustrating!
  16. [R46] radio.net 1/5 · US A Terrible App!: It is a terrible app with endless commercials after I paid for “no commercials”, what a scam! A waste of money.
  17. [R63] myTuner Radio 3/5 · US Good for awhile: I was enthused about this radio app for awhile. I understand that free apps often rely on advertisements and I would patiently wait through those. However recently the app has pop-up ads that block all access to the UI and cannot be closed out. So the app has to be completely restarted frequently. That's pretty unacceptable, so I will have to be looking for a new radio app.
  18. [R73] myTuner Radio 2/5 · US Hi-Jacked radio. !: Ads that can’t be skipped or shut down until minutes have passed and my patience has ran thin. Seriously considering deleting THIS APP ! ! ! And Eventually I Will. The other thing about the ads, is they voice over or interrupt the music I came to listen to. Let me remind you, I’m here for radio, Not unwanted ad’s. And not harassment, this is…. hijacked harassment. Not ju
  19. [R31] radio.net 1/5 · US Buggy: Pauses for no reason when I go to certain Facebook pages. CarPlay app doesn’t load after a few uses and the app has to be reinstalled. Been going on for months.
  20. [R47] radio.net 5/5 · US Great app but like to see Apple Watch feature: Great app but like to see Apple Watch feature!!
  21. [R69] myTuner Radio 3/5 · US Does Not Work on My Iwatch: I was delighted with this app. So much so I subscribed and I am still a subscriber. It’s one of a handful of apps that I pay for. A few months ago I noticed the app on my iwatch was not working. I informed the developers but so far they have not gotten the issue resolved. I wished it would get resolved soon. I would like to hear from others having the same problem

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store